Wearing proper shoes is an essential part of alleviating heel pain caused by Plantar Fasciitis. Podiatrists recommend wearing comfortable shoes for plantar fasciitis with a slightly elevated heel, stiff outsole, and strong arch support. Plantar fasciitis shoes with deep heel cups and superior arch support, which in turn allows you to relieve stress on the bottom of the foot.

It is important to select a plantar fasciitis insole with good heel and arch support. If your shoes don't have good arch support, insert one of our many popular insoles (they come in many sizes) for plantar fasciitis. Not having any luck with larger insoles? Check out our special arch supports specifically designed for dress shoes and sandals.

Shop one of our many Plantar Fasciitis sleep aids. Sleeping with one of these helpful products will help relieve your plantar fasciitis symptoms. Specially designed socks, sleeves and splints help keep the plantar fascia in the proper position while you sleep. Choose from many models available, from socks to larger night splints.

What Is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar Fasciitis is a painful inflammation of the sheath (the plantar fascia) connecting the heel and the toes. Excessive stretching of the plantar fascia creates pain and swelling, making walking and standing uncomfortable. This condition can even lead to the formation of calcium deposits on the heel bone, resulting in heel spurs.

Causes of Plantar Fasciitis

This condition can be caused by a variety of issues, including:

Inadequate arch support, or shoes with soles that are too thin to protect the foot

Stress on the foot created by a lot of standing or walking

Unusual physical activity

Tight calf muscles

Obesity, which also produces additional stress on the foot

Excessive stretching of the Plantar Fascia due to exercise such as running or dancing

Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms

Heel pain is the most common symptom of plantar fasciitis. Pain is typically worst in the morning when you first stand on your feet, although it can occur at any time of the day.

You may also experience heel or arch pain if you have been walking or standing for long periods of time, or stretching your arch while walking up stairs.

Pain typically develops gradually, and may affect one or both feet. The pain often feels as if you are being stabbed in the heel. As the plantar fascia stretches over the course of the day, pain may subside.

Best Insoles, Sleep Aids and Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis

Products that can help alleviate symptoms of plantar fasciitis are typically those that help keep the plantar fascia stretched, and/or provide additional support to the arch. These products include:

Shoes with deep heel cups and superior arch support, which in turn allows you to relieve stress on the bottom of the foot.

Rocker-sole shoes, which can help stretch the plantar fascia.

Orthotics and insoles to provide extra arch support.

Heel cups or cushions, which provide extra cushioning and stability to the heel.

Sleep Aids that can keep your feet flexed.

Plantar Fasciitis Sleeves, which apply compression to your arches.

Specific products that can be helpful to those with plantar fasciitis: